Job Description

Lead with vision. Inspire our community. Shape the future.

Are you an inspirational, values-driven leader with the vision, warmth and determination to make a real difference?

Strike Lane Primary School

is seeking to appoint an exceptional

Headteacher

to lead our school community with passion, integrity and ambition.

This is a unique opportunity for a passionate and committed leader to build on our strengths, champion high aspirations for every child, and foster a culture where pupils, staff and families feel valued, supported and inspired.

At Strike Lane Primary School, we believe that every child deserves rich opportunities and experiences, within a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious environment. Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud of our strong sense of community, positive relationships and commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.

About the Role

As our new Headteacher, you will:

Provide clear, strategic leadership and direction for the school

Inspire and motivate pupils, staff and the wider school community

Ensure high standards of teaching, learning and curriculum

Promote an inclusive culture where all children can thrive academically, socially and emotionally

Work in close partnership with parents, governors and external partners

Lead with integrity, warmth and high expectations

If you are an ambitious, compassionate and forward-thinking leader who believes every child can succeed, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Informal tours of the school (with the Headteacher and Trust Director of Primary Education): Friday 26th January 2026 at 2pm, Friday 6th February at 2pm, Thursday 12th February at 1:30 pm. Please contact the school office on 01772 632724 to book your session.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please complete our online application form in full, along with a personal statement to support your application, outlining the relevant experience you can bring to Endeavour Learning Trust.

Applications should be submitted by 12 noon on Friday 20th February 2026

Shortlisting will take place on 25th February 2026. Interviews are to be held on 10th & 11th March 2026.

Candidates should ensure that they and their referees are easily contactable, with the correct phone number and email address and able to reply promptly if references are requested.

SAFEGUARDING

Endeavour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 66,368.00-78,702.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Work Location: In person